Established in 1968, Universidad de Zamboanga (University of Zamboanga) is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Zamboanga City (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Zamboanga Peninsula. This institution also has a branch campus in Ipil Zamboanga Sibugay. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Universidad de Zamboanga (UZ) is a large coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Universidad de Zamboanga (UZ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 54 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Philippine higher education organization a least selective institution. UZ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.